John Kerry Arrives in Israel

Ahead of Obama, who is expected to leave for his trip to Israel later today

Israeli media is reporting that U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry arrived in Israel on Tuesday, ahead of President Barack Obama's visit. The news reports said that Kerry will accompany Mr. Obama on his four-day Mideast trip.

Mr. Obama is set to leave Washington later Tuesday for Israel, the West Bank and Jordan -- his first visit to the region as president.